LIST: Road closures for the upcoming 2024 Bar Exams
Brace yourselves, motorists! Several roads in Metro Manila will be closed to traffic on Sept. 8, 11, and 15 for the upcoming 2024 Bar examinations.
The exams will take place at local test centers in the National Capital Region such as the University of the Philippines–Diliman (Quezon City), the University of Santo Tomas (Manila), San Beda University (Manila), Manila Adventist College (Pasay), University of the Philippines–Bonifacio Global City (Taguig), and San Beda College–Alabang (Muntinlupa).
According to the Supreme Court, a total of 12,246 law graduates have registered this year.
The 2024 Bar exam will follow the same format as last year, with six core subjects spread over three days. Political and Public International Law, as well as Commercial and Taxation Laws, will be on Sept. 8. Civil Law, Labor Law, and Social Legislation exam will be on Sept. 11. Finally, Criminal Law, Remedial Law, Legal and Judicial Ethics, and Practical Exercises will be covered on Sept. 15.
Plan your routes to avoid getting stuck in traffic during the Bar exams.
Manila City
University of Santo Tomas
On September 8, and 11, Dapitan Street, stretching from Lacson Avenue to Padre Noval Street, will be closed from 2 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Traffic assistance will be provided along España Boulevard, particularly two westbound lanes from Lacson Avenue to Padre Noval Street, from 2 a.m. to 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. for drop-off and pick-up purposes only.
On September 15, Dapitan Street, stretching from Lacson Avenue to Padre Noval Street, will be closed from 2 a.m. to 7 p.m. All westbound lanes from Lacson Avenue to Padre Noval Street along España Boulevard will also be closed from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Traffic assistance will be provided along España Boulevard, particularly two westbound lanes from Lacson Avenue to Padre Noval Street, from 2 a.m. to 8 a.m. only.
San Beda University
On September 8, 11, and 15, both lanes of Mendiola Street, from Peace Arch to Malacañang Gate, and Concepcion Aguila Street, from Mendiola Street cor. Jose Laurel Street will be closed from 2 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Pasay City
Manila Adventist College
On September 8, 11, and 15, San Juan Street, between the streets of Donada and Leveriza, will be closed from 3 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The city also plans to impose an “Authorized Personnel Only,” which will only allow residents' vehicles to enter the area.
This list will be updated.